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Mitchells & Butlers PLC reported a profit before tax of 143 million pounds for H1 fiscal 2026, up from 134 million pounds last year. Earnings per share rose to 17.8 pence, with total revenue increasing to 1.49 billion pounds. Like-for-like sales grew 3.0% in the 30 weeks to April 25, driven by a strong first quarter, despite recent macroeconomic pressures and tube strikes.

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Mitchells & Butlers H1 Profit Rises On Revenue Growth

Mitchells & Butlers plc insider Timothy (Tim) Charles Jones acquired 54 shares at GBX 258 each, totaling £139.32, on April 24th. Previously, he bought 53 shares at GBX 263 each on January 30th. The stock rose 0.2% to GBX 261.96, with a market cap of £1.55 billion. Analysts maintain a "Moderate Buy" rating, with a consensus price target of GBX 511. Mitchells & Butlers operates managed restaurants and pubs in the UK and is part of the FTSE 250.

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Mitchells & Butlers (LON:MAB) Insider Timothy (Tim) Charles Jones Acquires 54 Shares

Mitchells & Butlers executives, including CEO Phil Urban and finance director Tim Jones, purchased shares under the company's Share Incentive Plan, acquiring over 50 shares each at £2.5775 on April 24. These transactions, while modest, indicate ongoing executive engagement and alignment with shareholders. Analysts rate the stock as a Buy with a £325.00 price target, although Spark's AI Analyst gives it a Neutral rating due to mixed financial performance and challenges in revenue growth. Mitchells & Butlers operates pubs and restaurants in the UK, focusing on food and drink sales.

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Mitchells & Butlers Executives Add Shares Under Incentive Plan

Mitchells & Butlers announced that Emma Harris has joined as Chief Financial Officer designate on April 20, succeeding Tim Jones, who will retire on July 6. Jones has been with the company since October 2010. Harris previously served as Finance Director - Food at Marks and Spencer Group Plc. The company's shares fell by 0.96% to 258.50 pence.

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Mitchells & Butlers: CFO Designate Emma Harris Joins Firm, Tim Jones To Retire On July 6

Mitchells & Butlers Plc (OTCMKTS:MBPFF) experienced a significant increase in short interest of 1,373.4% in March, totaling 100,411 shares by March 31st, up from 6,815 shares on March 15th. The short-interest ratio is currently infinite due to an average daily volume of 0 shares. The stock price remained stable at $3.41, with a 1-year low of $2.95 and a high of $3.70. The company operates a range of pubs and restaurants in the UK, including brands like Toby Carvery and Harvester.

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